Events

Celebrate April Fool’s day with a little silly fun from the natural world.  Enjoy this family friendly program provided by the O’Brien County Conservation Board.  Come to the Prairie Heritage Center on Monday, April 1st at 6:30 p.m. for “Nature’s Tricks,” an interactive presentation.  Participants will learn about camouflage and look for natural items hidden […]

Does the art of cake decorating fascinate you? This hands-on class will cover the fundamentals so you will be able to decorate your own cake masterpieces! Information will also be shared with you on the types of frostings and cakes. You will learn writing techniques, how to make different types of flowers, piping borders, and […]

Would you like to be part of the succulent craze? In this class, we will take a closer look at growing and maintaining succulents year round. Participants will receive tips on planting, soils, drainage, containers, top over, and care and maintenance. Several examples will be shared for your creative side. Each participant will plant their […]

Love INC is preparing for the start of their spring session of Loving Help classes in both Sheldon and in Primghar. Classes are available for anyone living in O'Brien County. Classes will begin on April 4, 2019 and run through June 20, 2019. Classes are free and will be held Thursday evenings from 6:30 - […]

Through this class you will learn about different herbs that grow well in our northwest Iowa climate. Attendees will experience identifying various herbs through their senses. Participants will take away a host of ideas on how to implement fresh herbs in their daily food preparation. Section 64157. 1 Session. Instructor: Jan Snyder. Cost: $29 Dates: […]

Earth & Space is the theme of the new exhibit at the Prairie Heritage Center.  This event is part of a nationwide celebration of educational programs designed to engage audiences in the awe-inspiring fields of Earth and space science.  It is an opportunity to connect with current NASA science research and explore Earth and science […]

Welcome the coming of spring with a search for the first wildflower on the prairie!  This event has come to be a favorite of many people.  Whether this is a new event for you or whether you have enjoyed it in the past, the search for the pasque flower is an annual rite of the […]

N.W.I.A.S. (Northwest West Iowa Area Singles) will have a dance on Saturday, April 6th at the Hap Kettlesen Center in Everly from 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm. The band will be "Prairie Thunder" and the theme is "New Life on the Farm". Singles, couples (married couples, too!!) are welcome to join us for a fun evening of  […]

Breast Cancer Benefit and Raffle Supporting Gloria Morris (Nails by Gloria) Sunday, April 7th, 2019 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm Sheldon Eagles Club   Free will donation meal sponsored by Sheldon Family Dental Clinic, Marla Morris, and Tim Redmann Raffle tickets - $10.00 each Contact Susan Morris (605-321-7466) with questions and/or to purchase tickets if […]

There will be a Community Impact Awareness Night at the Sheldon Pizza Ranch, hosted by Special Olympics Team "The Tidal Waves" of Lyon, O'Brien, and Osceola counties. This event will take place on Monday, April 8th, 2019, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. 10% of all orders will directly support "The Tidal Waves" team.

Do you love pictures? Would you like to perserve your photos in a creative scrapbook? Take this class! Using Photoshop, you will learn the basics of creating beautiful pages to scrapbook and preserve your precious memories. Students will be able to create several pages to get their own digital books started. Each student should take […]

Gather your little ones and come out to the Sheldon public Library on Monday, April 8th at 6:30 pm for Family Storytime. This program is designed for children ages 3 to 6 years old and their caregivers. Enjoy books and an activity as you create lasting memories.

The Merrill Pioneer Community Hospital Auxiliary will meet on Tuesday, April 9th, at 7 PM.  The meeting will be held at the new Avera Pioneer Hospital in the large conference room.   Please enter on the west side of the building (back door).  There will be opportunity to meet Craig Hohn, the new Hospital Administrator. All […]

The Sheldon Public Library's April MakerSpace Program will get kids creativity going! Build small cardboard forts for Lego people, your cat, or maybe the neighborhood fairies...you decide! This program will be held on Wednesday, April 10th at 2:45 pm at the library. The program is open to children in Kindergarten to 8th Grade.

Take an in-depth look at the murders and subsequent trials that shocked the Midwest! Learn about the investigation, escape and eventual conviction of the Fryer Brothers, three brothers convicted of the murders of four teenagers at Gitchie Manitou. You will learn not only about the case, but will learn about how the criminial justice system […]

On April 12, nearly 400 band students from nine Christian high schools in Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, and South Dakota will come together at Dordt College to participate in the biennial high school band festival. The day will conclude with a mass concert  at 7 p.m. in the B.J. Haan Auditorium and the mass band performance in the […]

The Sheldon Home & Design Expo is going to be held on Saturday, April 13th from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at NCC's Lifelong Learning & Recreation Center. Stop out and get ideas for your next home improvement project, visit with area vendors, and register for door prizes that will be drawn throughout the day! […]

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED INDOORS TO THE DORDT COLLEGE GYM. The Special Olympics Track and Field Spring Games will be held Saturday, April 13, 2019 at the Sioux Center Athletic Field.  If there is inclement weather, we will go indoors to Dordt’s Gym and Rec Center. Opening ceremonies will begin at 9:30 am.  The […]

The Browns and Josiah Mullins will be in concert at Parkview Assembly of God on Sunday, April 14th at 6:30 PM.  The church is located at 516 4th Ave. A free-will offering will be received. For more information, you can call the church at 712-324-4639.

How big is our solar system?  How far away are the planets?  The size of space is difficult to image.  Join the O’Brien County Naturalist for a hike through the prairie to discover the distance to our near and far solar neighbors.  We will be creating a walking model of the solar system starting at […]

The Sheldon Area Unity Meal is a free banquet style meal served every 3rd Monday at Living Water Community Church in Sheldon. This month it will be held on Monday, April 15th at 6:00 p.m. This is open to all ages, families and individuals in an atmosphere of love and acceptance.

Central Lyon High School and Community Blood Bank are hosting a community blood drives on Wednesday, April 17 from 7:30 am to 11:00 am and 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm at Central Lyon High School in Rock Rapids. “With the warming of the weather, it is hard to think about the poor weather conditions we […]

Kindergartners to 6th graders, come make some spring crafts! Get in the mood for warm weather and Easter. Call or message 712-324-2442, or stop in at the library to sign up. Registration required. This program will be held on Wednesday, April 17th at 2:45 pm at the library. The program is open to children in […]

Easter is just around the corner, and the O’Brien County Conservation Board will again be holding an egg hunt with a technological twist. The event returns to the activity lineup due to the tremendous past success.  Join the naturalist on Wednesday, April 17 at 5:30 p.m. for a “Different Kind of Egg Hunt.” This year […]

The Sheldon Kiwanis will be hosting a Good Friday Breakfast  on Friday, April 19th, beginning at 6:30 am in the Sheldon High School Commons. Guest speaker will be Scott Zeilenga. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the SCDC office (located in the Sheldon Community Building) for $6.00 each. A select number of tickets will […]

Download your bike registration HERE Registration forms will NOT be available at the event!

BAKED POTATO SUPPER MONDAY, APRIL 22nd AT THE ASHTON LEGION & COMMUNITY CENTER   SERVING FROM 5:00 – 7:00 PM   PROCEEDS GO FOR PAST & FUTURE UPDATES TO COMMUNITY BUILDING

Do you like to grill but need some new ideas? Each night of this class, Steve will focus on preparing non-traditional recipes to grill family favorite main courses (Chicken, Pork, Beef, and Seafood). Participants will be able to sample all the food that is prepared and will receive all recipes PLUS grilling tricks and tips! […]

The Archer Public Library will be holding a book sale on Saturday, April 27th, from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the library. Adult books - 4 for $1 Children's books - 6 for $1 CD's and DVD's - 10 for $1

The Public Auction of Gerald and Clarice Roder that was scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 27th at 12:00 pm HAS BEEN MOVED to Sunday, April 28th at 1:00 pm. It will take place at 4472 480th Street in Granville. For more information, or with questions, please call Klein Realty at 712-540-1206.

The Mayor’s National Day of Prayer Breakfast will be held on Thursday, May 2nd from 6:30 - 7:30 am. (doors open at 6:00 am.) Located at Living Water Community Church. A Free will Donation will be accepted. Please RSVP by April 29th to Barb Hibma at 712-541-1502 or gbhibma@centurylink.net.

As part of the ongoing effort to clean-up Sheldon and showcase our community, the Sheldon Marketing Committee would like to encourage and invite ALL Sheldon residents, service groups, clubs and organizations to participate in Sheldon’s 14th ANNUAL Community Clean-Up Day on FRIDAY, May 3 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.  The Sheldon Marketing Committee will gladly supply […]